Diagnostic Imaging CT Trainee

Inova Health System; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition and Student Loan Assistance

Mental Health Support

Paid time off

Retirement matching

Job summary

Inova Health System is seeking a dedicated full-time Diagnostic Imaging CT Trainee in Alexandria, Virginia. This role involves completing an online certification program paired with hands-on clinical training to prepare for the CT registry. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited radiography program and certified by ARRT. Responsibilities include performing basic scans and monitoring patients. Inova offers excellent benefits, including health coverage, tuition assistance, and mental health support.

Qualifications

• Must obtain CT Certification within 12 months of hire date.
• Certified by ARRT as a Radiologic Technologist upon start.
• 1 year of clinical working experience or recent graduate of an accredited Radiography program.

Responsibilities

• Complete an online certification program in CT scanning.
• Assist in preparing Cat Scan equipment for procedures.
• Perform basic Cat Scans under supervision.
• Administer starter IV and utilize the power injector.
• Monitor patients during scans and respond to concerns.
• Ensure accurate recording and labeling of images.

Skills

Clinical working experience

Radiography knowledge

Patient monitoring

IV administration

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of radiography

Job description

Inova Health Center 6355 - Franconia -Springfield is looking for dedicated Diagnostic Imaging CT Trainee to join the team. This role will be full-time role with days/shifts reflecting the candidate's and program's educational needs.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Featured Benefits:

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
• Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, and more.

Diagnostic Imaging CT Trainee Job Responsibilities:

• The Diagnostic Imaging Computed Tomography Trainee will complete an online certification program to help clinical specialists learn ARRT Cat Scan Structured Education to sit confidently for the CT registry. The certificate program will be paired with hands‑on clinical hours teaching the students techniques and procedures vital to becoming a certified CT Technologist.
• Assist in preparing Cat Scan equipment and examination rooms for procedures.
• Perform basic Cat Scans under supervision, following protocols for various body parts and imaging techniques.
• Safely administer starter IV, and correctly utilize the power injector for exams requiring IV contrast.
• Monitor patients during scans and respond promptly to any patient concerns or issues.
• Ensure accurate recording and labeling of images and patient data.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of radiography
• Experience: 1 year of clinical working experience or recent graduate of an accredited Radiography program
• Certification:
  • Must be certified by ARRT as a Radiologic Technologist upon start
  • Must obtain CT Certification within 12 months of hire date

About Inova Health System

We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 24,000+ team members provide world‑class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best‑in‑class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better - to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.

Inova's Anti-Discrimination Employment Policy

Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.